Member for Kiama Gareth Ward MP has today reminded local residents and community groups that nominations are now open for the 2018 Kiama Electorate Community Recognition Awards, which are being held at the Kiama Pavilion on Monday 22nd October2018 from 2pm.

Mr Ward is encouraging local residents, community and emergency services groups from across the Kiama electorate to nominate somebody extraordinary to potentially have them recognised.

“We have so many dedicated volunteers, inspirational community organisations, service clubs, emergency services personnel and small business people across the Kiama electorate,” he said.

“I am strongly encouraging people to nominate those who have made outstanding contributions to make our community a better place,” Mr Ward said.

Nominations will remain open until 5pm on Monday 15th October 2018.

Mr Ward said that nominations are now open in the following categories:

Outstanding Local Volunteer;

Conservation Champion;

Young Person in Small Business;

Small Business;

Outstanding Emergency Service Volunteer;

Junior Sports (Male and Female);

Local Sports (Male and Female);

Sports Administrator;

Outstanding Young Citizen; and

Outstanding Citizen

*Nominations forms are also available in my office.

The can also be submitted via email to kiama@parliament.nsw.gov.au or in writing to the Kiama electorate office at 102 Terralong Street, Kiama NSW 2533.